Themes: Relationships, Dating, Personal Values, Beliefs, Transformation, Authenticity, Boundaries, Codependency, Conflict
Summary: 
Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you feel like you're constantly sacrificing your true desires to meet your partner at their level? Mic drop: you shouldn’t have to compromise your own happiness to make a relationship work. Join me in this solo episode as I talk about the importance of prioritizing your desire for great love and how to communicate your deal breakers effectively in dating and relationships. 
Discover:

The most common misconception in relationships when it comes to shared desires

The importance of choosing what you really want and why we don’t often know what that is

The biggest deal breaker in a relationship

00:00 Intro 
01:25 Why doesn't everyone seek great love?
03:27 Navigating differences in a relationship
04:41 You must question the system
06:47 We choose lives and circumstances that we don’t actually want
07:31 Prioritize your desires in a relationship
11:25 The biggest deal breaker in a relationship
Links:

How to Be a Better Partner with Jillian Turecki

Hilary Jacobs Hendel – Why You Can’t Just “Get Over It”

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#281: Don't Give Up on Great Love – Solo Episode

Jam out with Mark Groves as he takes you on a journey to explore the juiciest parts of the human experience and what it’s like to live authentically in the modern world. You’re invited to lay down what you were taught and explore new viewpoints and discoveries in mental and emotional health, physical health and wellness, relationships and the human connection, and hot topics of the world. Open your ears and your eyes to The Mark Groves Podcast.

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In this episode, I welcome Meg Jay – a developmental clinical psychologist specializing in twentysomethings – who helps tackle the question: are your 20s the best years of your life? Together, we explore the complexities of navigating our 20s and the misconceptions about this period. Meg sheds light on societal pressures, mental health hurdles, and the crucial need for tailored support for individuals in their 20s. She also discusses the power of empathy over stigmas, touches on generational shifts in work culture, and addresses the common obstacles faced by twentysomethings. Whether you're currently in this age group or not, this conversation offers invaluable insights into the support we all require during this pivotal decade of life.

Meg Jay, PhD, is the author of The Twentysomething Treatment: A Revolutionary Remedy for an Uncertain Age, Supernormal: The Secret World of the Family Hero and the cult classic The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter and How to Make the Most of Them Now. Her books have been translated into more than a dozen languages and her work has appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review and on NPR, BBC and—maybe most important for her audience—TikTok. Her TED talk “Why 30 Is Not the New 20” is among the most watched to date. Dr. Jay earned a doctorate in clinical psychology, and in gender studies, from the University of California, Berkeley. She is on faculty at the University of Virginia and maintains a private practice in Charlottesville. 

—Meg’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmegjay/
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Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation, Career, Mental Health, Purpose, Empathy, Personal Growth, Twenties

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#366: Why You Don’t Want to Peak in Your 20s with Meg Jay

This special episode is a sneak peek of Liberated Love's audiobook. After each chapter, Kylie and I have recorded special bonus conversations where we dive deeper into the content and our personal journeys. Today’s episode is a preview of the discussion we have about Chapter Four called Getting Right with Reality. Want to listen to more of these conversations? Get the audiobook here: http://createthelove.com/liberatedlove

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—Get the Replay of our Liberated Life Event! Liberated Life - Learn How to Live and Love on (Y)our Terms: http://createthelove.com/liberated 

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Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Codependency, Transformation, Conflict, Grief, Liberated Love, Book, Freedom, Patterns, Self-Awareness, Personal Growth

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#365: Embracing Reality: The Way to Transform Your Life & Relationships

In this episode, I'm joined by Matthew Hussey, a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and coach specializing in confidence and relational intelligence. Matthew discusses the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability – highlighting how personal struggles can deepen empathy and strengthen interpersonal connections. He shares insights from his own journey, including battles with chronic pain and the pursuit of happiness. Our conversation dives into themes of self-acceptance, inner peace, and reframing perspectives to lead a more fulfilling life. We also explore strategies for managing emotional and physical pain, transitioning from victimhood to proactive resilience. Join us for this empowering discussion, where we learn to find contentment, navigate emotions effectively, and cultivate self-compassion for healthier relationships and resilience in life's challenges.

Matthew Hussey’s YouTube channel is number one in the world for love life advice, with over half a billion views. He writes a weekly newsletter and is the host of the podcast Love Life With Matthew Hus­sey. Hussey provides monthly coaching to the members of his private community at LoveLifeClub.com. Over the past fifteen years, his proven approach has inspired millions through authentic, insightful, and practical advice that not only enables them to find love but also feel confident and in control of their own happiness. He lives in Los Angeles.

—Matthew’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthewhussey
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—Matthew’s Book - Love Life: https://matthewhussey.com/lovelifebook-announce/
—Matthew’s Live Retreat: https://matthewhussey.com/live-retreat-2024/
—Matthew’s Love Life Club: https://matthewhussey.com/llc/

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Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Dating, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Purpose, Grief, personal growth, vulnerability, self-acceptance, self-compassion

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#364: Heal Your Deepest Pain & Live Happily No Matter What w/ Matthew Hussey

﻿In this episode, I discuss the vital role of repairing ruptures in relationships – diving into the significance of mutual understanding, empathy, and consistent repair as foundational elements for building trust and deep emotional connections. I talk about the importance of addressing unresolved issues early on to prevent lingering negativity and nurture intimacy. I also explore the challenges in modeling repair, the barriers to genuine apologies, and the valuable insights gained through reflecting on past experiences. Join me in this conversation as we prioritize repair over ego, embrace love in our lives more deeply, and co-create a culture of grace for stronger, healthier relationships.

—Get My New Book! Liberated Love - Release Codependent Patterns and Create the Love You Desire: http://createthelove.com/liberatedlove
—Get the Replay of our Liberated Life Event | Liberated Life - Learn How to Live and Love on (Y)our Terms: http://createthelove.com/liberated

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Themes: Relationships, Breakups, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Codependency, Infidelity, Dating, Transformation, Conflict, Emotional Health, Grief, Repairing Ruptures, Empathy, Intimacy, Grace, Apology, Healing, Relational Repair

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#363: Relationship Repair: Navigating Through Conflict

﻿In this episode, I welcome Violet Benson back to the podcast. We dive into the transformative process of shadow work and the impact of confronting grief. In order to help understand how past experiences have shaped our present behaviors, Violet speaks about the significance of understanding our personal experiences of childhood trauma and the coping mechanisms we’ve developed. She also discusses the power of self-expression, boundaries, and the channeling of emotions into constructive actions. Violet encourages us to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth – sharing the tool of shadow work as a means of healing past wounds, enhancing emotional intelligence, and cultivating fulfilling relationships with oneself and others. Join us for this enlightening conversation that invites honesty forward and deepens our connections within.

Violet Benson, comedian, motivational speaker, creator of Daddy Issues and podcast host of the largest self love podcast and movement for women. Known for her solo episodes and amazing guests, You can catch new episodes of Almost Adulting, every Tuesday and Thursday on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.

—Violet’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violetbenson/
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—Violet’s Meme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daddyissues_/
—Violet’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/daddyissues
—Violet’s Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7IY1Gjc1uktmDCmNLA0HXo

If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves

Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Shadow Work, Grief, Trauma, Self-Expression, Emotional Health, Healing, Personal Growth, Boundaries, Coping Mechanisms

﻿This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth: Use code GROVES for 40% off sitewide at http://www.cozyearth.com

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#281: Don't Give Up on Great Love – Solo Episode

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